Young shoplifters work with victims

Victims were given a say in how to bring offenders to justice when six young people were caught shoplifting in the run-up to Christmas.

The six offenders, aged between 10 and 17, were issued with Youth Restorative Disposal orders meaning the victims can take an active role in the way an offender is dealt with.

The disposal orders allow police to hold young people to account for minor crimes and encourage them to take action where there is the option for an apology or for the young person to put right any harm or loss caused.